The Howard Hotel, winner of the 'customer care' Thistle Award 2006

Imagine a 5-star Georgian retreat in the city centre of Scotland's Capital City. Consistently classified as one of the AA's Top 200 Hotels in Britain and Ireland and recently awarded a Scottish Boutique Hotel Special Commendation from the Scottish Hotel of the Year Awards 2007.

During your stay at the Howard hotel, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, you'll be taken back to the time of traditional Georgian pampering, as you relax in one of our eighteen individually characterised bedrooms, which have recently been renovated.

From the moment you arrive our team of butlers will tend to your every need.

For an even more discreet experience, we have three exclusive suites with their very own terraced gardens and private entrances.

'It was wonderful - relaxing, welcoming, friendly and with excellent service - everything you could wish for.'
Howard Guest October 07  

The Oval and Cumberland private events suites offer the most exclusive and discreet events venue in Edinburgh.

An ideal location for small intimate weddings this elegant Georgian setting is perfect for your personal entertaining and private corporate gatherings.

We look forward to welcoming you to one of the finest luxury hotels in Scotland.

Trip Advisor Awards 2006, The Howard voted one of the top 25 city hotels in the world.

 The Howard has been awarded the accreditation of Hospitality Assured